TM44 air conditioning inspections in Reading
Stay compliant in Reading: TM44 air conditioning inspections arranged, recorded and followed up.
- Price confirmed before booking
- Every system listed and checked
- Records you can show an inspector
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Reading?
In Reading, guide prices are about £455–£3,395 per building, plus VAT. A typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £455–£915 plus VAT. The price is confirmed before booking.
A TM44 inspection is the air conditioning energy assessment required for systems with a combined effective rated output above 12 kW.
Our coverage in Reading
In Reading, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
That includes premises in RG1, RG6 and RG30 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley, all within easy reach of Reading. We give you the records in a form an inspector, insurer or landlord can read, and remind you when the next check is due.
What you get
- Check of whether your systems meet the 12 kW threshold for your nation
- Collection of system details, records and drawings
- Inspection arranged with an accredited air conditioning energy assessor
- Quote for any recommended improvements
- Reminder before the next inspection is due
TM44 inspections prices in Reading
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (15% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small building, up to about 50 kW | £455–£915 | £546–£1,098 | per inspection |
| Medium building, 50–250 kW | £795–£1,650 | £954–£1,980 | per inspection |
| Large or complex building | £1,450–£3,395 | £1,740–£4,074 | per inspection |
Ex VAT. Final price depends on the number and type of systems and site access.
How a visit in Reading works
Check the threshold
We work out the effective rated output of the systems you control and whether they count together under the rules for your nation.
Prepare
Make, model, capacity, refrigerant and maintenance records are gathered for the assessor.
Inspect
The accredited assessor inspects the systems and controls on site.
Act on the report
You receive the report; we can quote for the recommended improvements.
Local points to consider
England and Wales
Under the Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012, systems over 12 kW need inspecting at least every five years by an accredited assessor, with the report lodged on the national register. Local Trading Standards enforce it, with a £300 penalty for not having a valid report.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Reading often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Not an F-gas check
A TM44 inspection is about energy efficiency. It does not replace F-gas leak checks or servicing.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Typical premises in Reading
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Questions about TM44 inspections in Reading
How much does a TM44 inspection cost in Reading?
In Reading, guide prices are around £455–£3,395 per building, plus VAT; a typical job (office or shop with 15–50 kW of air conditioning) is £455–£915 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley?
Yes. Alongside Reading, we also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Reading?
All of them, including RG1, RG6 and RG30. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Does a TM44 include a leak check?
No. F-gas leak checks are a separate legal requirement, usually done during servicing.
Who can carry out a TM44 inspection?
Only an accredited air conditioning energy assessor (in Scotland, an accredited expert under an approved protocol organisation). We arrange the inspection through one.
Get a guide price for Reading
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.